Hurricane Central

[Pinot's Mom]

We're ready (I hope our trees are, too!). We'll early vote on Sunday and hunker down to see what happens! Stay safe, Ellie!

[pomtzu]

We're ready (I hope our trees are, too!).

Oh yeah - I hear ya. It's not the trees I worry about, but what's in their path if they come down! We have tall pines (about 40 years worth of growth) for about 300' along one side of our property line - and not planted by us and not on our property - and the garage could be wiped out if one in that vicinity came down. On an even mildly windy day, you can be outside and listen to them creak and groan and snap - makes me jittery as all get-out! One came down some years ago, but it was way back from the garage and there was nothing in it's path.

The latest prediction I heard, Maggie, has the storm coming in along the Chesapeake or Delaware Bay. Are we ready??? Of course, it could take a lot of different directions before then - Monday is a long way off when it comes to what this storm will do.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Pet Talker sandtatsxxx11 is out there too. I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. This sounds like a bad bad bad thing.

[Freedom]

First time in my life time we have reach the "S" names and have a storm with my name - figures it is a quirky one! Some are calling it "Snowcane Sandy" with the possibility of snow.

I spent an hour and half this morning getting all the loose branches cut up and in a barrel (not in the garage) and putting away all the stuff we had out for summer. Surf is already up along the RI coast.

I am all set for batteries and lamp. We've been told to prepare for several days without power. Next, I need to address food for me. The dogs and cats are all set, their closet is packed full with food and treats, ha haaa!

Looks like we may have to postpone Halloween! We had that early snow storm here last year and up around Woonsocket RI to Worcester Mass did that for the Trick or Treaters.

[Catty1]

Praying and hoping that everyone will be safe and there are no casualties.

[Felicia's Mom]

Sending prayers and positive thoughts to everyone on the east coast.

[Karen]

I am curious what will actually happen, as there are so many different predictions at this point! We have food, water, blankets, flashlights, a few candles, an UPS for the computers ... and a gas fireplace as well. But that is nothing abnormal!

[carole]

Just wanted to say KEEP SAFE everyone, i have been watching the news, and it looks mighty scarey, i hope all my lovely PT friends and their families and furbabies will be safe and well, take care, thinking of you all.

[Karen]

Many across the region are without power tonight, we have had bouts of high winds, downpours and rain of every sort - from sideways wind-whipped rain to gentle misting drops ... but we have not lost power, for which we are thankful.

[cassiesmom]

In Chicago ... Wind speeds 25-35mph with gusts 40mph and up. High waves off Lake Michigan affecting lakefront running/bicycling path as well as northwest Indiana and southwest lower Michigan. Temps in the high 40s all week. I have candles and a flashlight ready in case the power goes out from the wind.

[CountryWolf07]

Here in CLE. Power went out and we don't have a generator. Basement is starting to flood because of our sump pump. At least it is unfinished and we have nothing important and we moved our stuff we wanted out upstairs. Wind is very very loud! Unbelievable. I am definitely nervous.

[gini]

I cannot believe that I have relatives in three states that are impacted by this same hurricane and storm.

My brother who is near you Karen, said all has been fine - some mild wind and rain - and then it was
quiet about a couple of hours ago.

Two nieces in New York City - one is just fine - the younger niece is in college and they are closer to some of the flooding but safe and haven't had to evacuate.

My nephew is in New Haven and all is well for him too.

Thank you God!!!

I pray all of our Pet Talk family is fine as well.

[chocolatepuppy]

Here in CLE. Power went out and we don't have a generator. Basement is starting to flood because of our sump pump. At least it is unfinished and we have nothing important and we moved our stuff we wanted out upstairs. Wind is very very loud! Unbelievable. I am definitely nervous.

Oh no, this is what I'm worried about, no power, no sump pump! I have my basement as flood ready as it can be. Most likely wouldn't flood bad as my house sits up high, but I can't bail if I'm at work!